2027 Internship - Automation & Robotics Engineer

Why This Internship
As an intern with Textron, you'll gain hands-on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You'll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways - working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.
JOB SUMMARY:
To support all new automation manufacturing technology projects, automation continuous improvement efforts, and implement best automation methods and standardization processes.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• C ollaborates with Engineering and Tool Engineering on automation solutions and build-plan methodology for new programs; Gives input/feedback on associated design criteria
• Identifies, justifies, and implements new technology and manufacturing techniques to improve safety/ergonomics, reduce manufacturing cost (labor, material, inventory, scrap), and improve product/process quality
• Design, build, implement and provide production support for all automation systems used in manufacturing
• Supports cross-functional teams in the development and implementation of automated systems in support of manufacturing
• Provide process capability specifications for new technology
• Analyzes/i nterprets engineering drawing, manufacturing operation sequence, tooling function, and process specifications and issues engineering change requests (ECR) to improve or eliminate manufacturing issues in sustaining production operations as related to automation

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:
Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Manufacturing Technology Engineering, or other relative technical field
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional and diplomatic demeanor
• Strong sense of accountability and integrity
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Time management skills to support multiple concurrent projects
• Ability to deal with change and work in a dynamic environment
• Proficient in use of standard Microsoft Office programs

Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S. for Textron Aviation at the time of making application, and visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors who will need employment sponsorship.
Summer internships are 40 hours per week typically from late-May to early-August lasting 10 weeks. Candidates must be able to work onsite for the entirety of the internship program unless approved otherwise by the hiring manager.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws. If a position requires access to information controlled under U.S. regulations applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Why You'll Love Interning at Textron
This internship is more than a summer experience - offering mentorship, training, and meaningful, hands-on work that helps you build confidence, develop new skills, and take real steps toward your career goals.
Our benefits include:
Paid, full-time 10-week summer internship with a prepaid stipend
Mentorship, training, and development opportunities
Real project work and hands-on experience
Service time credited toward 401(k) vesting upon full-time employment
Alternative work schedules at select locations
About Textron
Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real-world solutions.
Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.